Stop the Exodus: Ken Schmitt’s No-Nonsense Guide to Retention

Hiring Matters

Ken is back with another fiery “Recruiter Rant,” this time he's taking on employee retention—and trust us, it's not your typical corporate pep talk. He pulls no punches, breaking down why your employees are fleeing faster than your Wi-Fi during an important Zoom call. Ken dives into the real reasons behind the great employee escape, and spoiler—it’s not because your office snacks are subpar. He takes aim at outdated engagement programs that haven’t evolved since the fax machine, stale career development boxes that get checked but rarely fulfilled, and the assumption that offering “perks” is enough to keep people around. In this no-holds-barred episode, Ken tackles the multigenerational workforce, explaining why Gen Z craves flexibility, Millennials demand work-life balance, Gen Xers seek autonomy, and Boomers—well, they just want to be heard. Tune in for hard-hitting, no-nonsense advice on how to stop treating employees like numbers and start treating them like the humans they are. If you’re serious about retention and keeping your team from sprinting toward the exits, this episode is your wake-up call!

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What you will learn:

• Uncover the Real Reasons: Learn why your employees are leaving faster than ever and what you can do about it.
• Generational Insights: Discover what each generation—Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers—really want from their employers.
• Effective Engagement Strategies: Find out why employee engagement is the secret sauce for retention and productivity.
• Career Development Matters: Explore how strong career development programs can significantly improve retention rates.
• The Power of Recognition: Understand how appreciation and recognition can enhance employee loyalty.
• Work-Life Balance Essentials: Learn why promoting work-life balance can be a game-changer in reducing turnover.
• Expert Advice: Get hard-hitting, no-nonsense insights from Ken Schmitt that can transform your approach to retention.

About Your Host:

Ken Schmitt is an industry veteran with nearly three decades of expertise in executive recruiting. He shares the wealth of knowledge gained from working with a large regional agency, the globally renowned Heidrick & Struggles, and founding TurningPoint Executive Search—a distinctive firm dedicated to fostering high-touch partnerships. With a wealth of experience and a passion for elevating the executive recruiting landscape, Ken brings a unique perspective that enriches every episode of "Hiring Matters."

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